[ Another fair point, but without the necessary context of Nate's proclivity toward getting into increasingly dangerous and absurdist situations, it's no wonder Ian thinks trading a few blows qualifies as an extreme hobby. ]
...I think we're going to have to make some adjustments to your impression of what constitutes an "intense" fight, but no, it's- it's more like stress relief that I will try to refrain from more often. Or-
[ He follows up, palm smoothing over the juncture between Ian's neck and shoulder. ]
You come scope it out, feel better about the situation.
( His eyebrows hike higher. They ask you realize that doesn't make it any better right before Nate preemptively answers the question himself, and he finds at least a little measure of humor in the fact that Nate knows him well enough to tack that on. )
Uh-huh...
( He drawls out with muted skepticism. )
Okay, fine. But I'll say it right now, if it looks like you're gonna get your ass kicked I'm not responsible for my actions.
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...I think we're going to have to make some adjustments to your impression of what constitutes an "intense" fight, but no, it's- it's more like stress relief that I will try to refrain from more often. Or-
[ He follows up, palm smoothing over the juncture between Ian's neck and shoulder. ]
You come scope it out, feel better about the situation.
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Little does he know.
A little concern muddles with amusement as it flits through the bond beneath Nate's hand. )
You think watching you get punched in the face first-hand is gonna make me feel better?
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[ Nate insists, as though this is helpful information and not at all mildly concerning in any way, shape or form. ]
I know how it sounds. But I'm pretty good at it, and I wouldn't suggest it if I didn't think you wouldn't get something out of it.
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Uh-huh...
( He drawls out with muted skepticism. )
Okay, fine. But I'll say it right now, if it looks like you're gonna get your ass kicked I'm not responsible for my actions.